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Do tattoos have a smell?
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Have you ever wondered if tattoos have a smell? Get the answer to this question at HowStuffWorks.
Tips for Relaxing in a Hot Bath
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Relax in a hot bath to reduce stress, which we know is important in disease prevention. Learn why you should relax in a hot bath.
What's Scarier: No Toilet Paper or Wiping With One of These 5 Alternatives?
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What in the world do you wipe with when you're totally out of toilet paper? You can try one of these alternatives.
Why Is Throwing Salt Over Your Shoulder Good Luck?
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Salt is a hot commodity, so wasting it has historically been a big deal. Learn the myth behind throwing salt over your shoulder at HowStuffWorks.
Which Famous Poem Was Written About You?
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We all have our favorite poems, but some of them just seem to sum us up more than others. Which famous poem might have been written especially to describe you? Take this quiz to find out!
How Would You Do on Your O.W.L'S?
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You've reached your fifth year at Hogwarts, and the time has come to take your O.W.L'S. No pressure though, it just determines whether you can continue to study in each specialized subject within wizardry. Good luck!
Can We Guess What You Want For Christmas This Year?
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As adults, we sometimes like to deny we want anything for Christmas at all. We know better than that--everyone has a Christmas wish! Let us figure out what you want this year!
Are You Smarter Than a Sixth Grader?
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We will quiz you on math, science, grammar, social studies, and the arts to determine if you make the grade. Will you be ahead of your class or sitting in the corner with the dunce hat on your head?
Try T'ej, the Honey Wine of Ethiopia
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Fermented from honey, yeast, water and gesho and served chilled in beaker-shaped bottles known as bereles, t'ej is Ethiopia's most popular drink and one of the oldest in the world.
Is the Doomsday Fish Actually a Terrible Omen?
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As land-dwelling humans, the ocean can be both fascinating and a little (or a lot) frightening. It's therefore not all that surprising that an appearance of the large, strange-looking oarfish might make people anxious, especially in our social-media addled age.